Ginkgo, often called the "maidenhair tree," is a standout for its fan-shaped leaves that turn a brilliant, buttery yellow in the fall. Native to China, this ancient tree species dates back ...

Ash, aspen and cottonwoods are prominent ... The heart-shaped leaves turn bright yellow in fall. This tree needs protection from wind, so the east side of your house or structure is best.

In contrast, the ash tree turns yellow much earlier ... This has set the stage for an underwhelming display of fall color, with the leaves quickly falling off the trees before any deep colors ...

The most common leaf colors of fall are red, yellow, and orange. Some tree species can express several of these colors simultaneously as the season progresses. All leaves start out in summer as green.

Look beyond Colorado’s shimmering yellow aspen trees for wonderful leaf-peeping this fall ... leaves, you can explore City Park or Washington Park to see the reds and purples of the autumn purpl ...